Browse the latest research summaries in the field of spinal cord injury for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research, 2021 • December 14, 2021
The study investigates the biomechanical and kinematic effects of cervical rotatory manipulation (CRM) on the spinal cord using a finite element model. The model simulated CRM in flexion, extension, a...
KEY FINDING: Lower von Mises stress was observed on the spinal cord after CRM in the flexion position, indicating reduced stress.
Global Advances in Health and Medicine, 2021 • October 21, 2021
This pilot study evaluated the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of music-assisted relaxation (MAR), facilitated by a board-certified music therapist (MT-BC), for addressing pain and anxiety i...
KEY FINDING: VAS scores for pain significantly improved after both music therapy sessions (P ≤ .02).
Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, 2022 • January 1, 2022
This protocol outlines a cross-sectional, descriptive project using both quantitative and qualitative methods to study pediatric spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation in ten rehabilitation units acr...
KEY FINDING: The project aims to describe and compare pediatric SCI rehabilitation units across different countries regarding various factors such as funding, services, and staff/patient ratio.
Case Reports in Neurological Medicine, 2021 • December 26, 2021
This case report describes a 17-year-old patient who recovered from quadriplegia caused by a stab wound to the cervical spine through physiotherapy alone, without surgical intervention. The patient's ...
KEY FINDING: A patient with neurological deficits secondary to a penetrating spinal injury can completely recover with constant and repeated physiotherapy rehabilitation treatment, especially when there are no other complications.
Cell J, 2021 • December 1, 2021
This study investigated the neuroprotective effects of methylprednisolone (MP) and fluoxetine (FLX) in a rat model of spinal cord injury (SCI) with induced hypothyroidism. The researchers examined the...
KEY FINDING: The combined treatment with MP and FLX significantly decreased the expression levels of TNF-α and IL-6 in rats with SCI and hypothyroidism.
Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2021 • December 26, 2021
This study aimed to determine the ideal dosage of acupuncture therapy combined with rehabilitation training for SCI in improving neural function and daily living ability. Acupuncture improved ASIA Mot...
KEY FINDING: The CAT group had a higher motor score and MBI score increase than the control group.
Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 2022 • January 1, 2022
Electrical stimulation is used in various forms to improve the well-being and functionality of patients with SCI. The neuroplasticity induced by electrical stimulation portends a promising future for ...
KEY FINDING: Electrical stimulation induces neuroplasticity by increasing the baseline level of spinal excitability, allowing low levels of input to result in voluntary motor function.
Neurology: Clinical Practice, 2021 • December 1, 2021
The commentary addresses the disparities and increased risk of traumatic spinal cord injury that Black Americans face due to violence. It highlights inequities in rehabilitation services, medical care...
KEY FINDING: Black Americans experience a disproportionately high rate of spinal cord injuries due to violence, nearly double the percentage of the Black population in the United States.
Brain Communications, 2021 • November 13, 2021
Axonal regeneration in the mature CNS is limited by extracellular inhibitory factors. Following dorsal column lesions in mice and optic nerve crushes in rats, elevated levels of extracellular histone ...
KEY FINDING: Elevated levels of histone H3 were detected in human CSF 24 h after spinal cord injury.
Annals of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2021 • December 31, 2021
This study investigated the relationship between pulmonary function parameters and dysphagia in individuals with cervical spinal cord injuries (CSCIs). The study found a significant correlation betwee...
KEY FINDING: Individuals with a history of tracheostomy, anterior surgical approach, and higher neurological level of injury had significantly more penetration-aspiration or pharyngeal residue.